Darien Native To Take Plunge

ComEd's Veronica Gomez has a strategy for jumping into "freezing cold" of Lake Michigan.

3-Car Accident, DUI: Darien Police

Crash happened when an emergency vehicle went through an intersection, police say.

'False Narrative' About Hinsdale South: Principal Speaks Out

Hinsdale South's enrollment is declining. Its principal disagrees with arguments that Hinsdale Central is treated better.

Darien Preschoolers Collect 3,473 Books

Goddard School in Darien is donating the books to a leading book bank.

DUI Suspect From Darien: Police

Another Darien resident apprehended on a DuPage County traffic warrant.

Carla's Red Hots May Come To Darien

Operator describes what restaurant will offer community. It would be open every day.

Meet This Weeks Adorable Adoptable Pets, Praline & Tiarra

Humane Haven Animal Shelter is a non-profit, all-volunteer-run shelter helping lovable, homeless animals find their forever homes

What Darien Voters Think: Patch Survey

Taxes the top issue for respondents in Darien survey.

Darien Residents React To Panhandling

Panhandlers are seen at Walmart. Some doubt their intentions.

Darien Police Arrest Duo After Chase

Officer sees missing license plate and determines car to be stolen, police said.

See Which Darien Streets Targeted

Eight more car burglaries are reported, police said. One car is stolen.

Prairieview McTeacher’s Night pumps up their new playground.

Prairieview students gave teachers anA-plus on their fundraising efforts to support the school

Darien Drainage Program May Be Axed

City would still help homeowners manage drainage projects. It just wouldn't share costs.

Where You Can Find Paczki In Darien

Here are some of the places where you can get your favorite Fat Tuesday treat.

Darien Panhandling Sparks Discussion

Panhandlers at 75th and Cass upset resident. The city is asked to do something about it.

Darien Holds Public Hearing For Planning & Zoning Commission

The purpose of the public hearing will be to hear testimony from interested persons and make a recommendation on Case #2020-02.

Goddard Schools Donate over 200,000 Books to Children in Need

The Goddard School located in Darien holds its 7th Annual Book Drive for Bernie's Book Bank

Weekend Wins For Hinsdale South

Dancers, bowlers, wrestlers, chess players and speech team members among victors.

Sterigenics: Preventing Future Notification Problems

One way to mitigate future pollution crises

Meet This Weeks Adorable Adoptable Pets, Angel & Sandra

Humane Haven Animal Shelter is a non-profit, all-volunteer-run shelter helping lovable, homeless animals find their forever homes

Darien Crime On Decline: Police

The police chief is sending a public letter giving tips to prevent crime. At the same time, he says Darien is a safe place to live.

DYC Baseball & Softball Registration Open

Darien Youth Club Baseball & Softball Registration is open for boys & girls ages 4-14.

Mayor Marchese Helps Celebrate a School Book Drive

City of Darien Mayor Marchese visited the Goddard School located in Darien to celebrate its Book Drive for Bernie's Book Bank.

Darien Suggests Farmingdale Changes

The city proposes native plants for a drainage basin. It says the plants would beautify the neighborhood and save on maintenance.

Hinsdale South's Successes Over Weekend

Honors go to speech team, bowlers, wrestlers, dancers and basketball players.

Bureaucratic Costs For Darien Pensions?

Darien spends far more on administration for its police pension fund than Elmhurst, even though Darien's fund is half the size.

Meet This Weeks Adorable Adoptable Pets, Manwich & Rocky

Humane Haven Animal Shelter is a non-profit, all-volunteer-run shelter helping lovable, homeless animals find their forever homes

Election 2020 in Darien: We Want To Hear From Voters

The primary is just a month away, and the presidential election is coming up fast. Patch wants to know what issues are on voters’ minds.

Homes for sale in Darien, Illinois - February 7, 2020

There are currently 117 homes for sale in Darien, IL with an average list price of $357,300. Below is a recap of each subdivision:

South Athletes Sign For College

The sports include basketball, baseball and football.

Armed Robbery At Darien Gas Station

Suspect was wearing a bandana and holding a rifle, police report says.

South Hosts Event About Vaping And Pot

A certified drug counselor is set to speak about the effects of vaping and marijuana on teens.

Darien Crime Mailer Planned

The police chief says he wants to get the word out about increases in burglaries. Other suburbs are experiencing the same issue.

Chlorine Taste In Darien Water?

An alderman explains why this is the case in the city water system.

Downtown Plan Sparks Concerns

Parents say they fear proposed development would cause overcrowding at Mark DeLay Elementary.

Meet This Weeks Adorable Adoptable Pets, Beau & Sweetness

Humane Haven Animal Shelter is a non-profit, all-volunteer-run shelter helping lovable, homeless animals find their forever homes

Darien Downtown Plan In Limbo

The city waits for Darien School District 61's decision on whether to allow development.

Domestic Violence, Shoplifting: Darien Police

Police respond to a disturbance at Taco Bell and arrest a man, according to a report.

Singing Valentines

Barbershop Quartets will personally deliver Singing Valentines on February 14

New Superintendent For Darien District

Glen Ellyn's Robert Langman has been appointed to replace the retiring Bob Carlo, who is leaving in June.